DLA Distribution News

Feb. 22, 2016

DLA Aviation seeks improved legacy support through additive manufacturing

RICHMOND, Virginia — Creating items in three dimensions instead of two is sometimes compared to creating a sculpture instead of a portrait. Even though we live in a 3D world, engineers were limited for many years to 2D drawings/sketches to communicate thoughts and ideas. Today with technological advances in additive manufacturing methods and other technologies, engineers can go directly from a 3D idea to a 3D object.

Feb. 22, 2016

Public Safety: A Shared Responsibility

We share everyday observations with our neighbors, colleagues, family, and friends on a routine basis. Throughout the week, things become the norm as we talk to the same people and travel the same paths. In those same travels and discussions with co-workers, we may observe something that just doesn’t seem right or is out of place.

Feb. 22, 2016

Dealing effectively with pressure: DLA initiates resiliency training through LMS

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — The Defense Logistics Agency defines resiliency as dealing effectively with pressure, ambiguous and emerging conditions, and multiple tasks; remains optimistic and persistent, even under adversity or uncertainty. Simplified, resiliency is the ability to function really well in the face of adversity.

Feb. 19, 2016

DLA recognizes outstanding non-commissioned officers

The agency recognizes outstanding leadership and performance in two Defense Logistics Agency Aviation non-commissioned officers.

Feb. 19, 2016

Former DLA Distribution commander announced as incoming commander to 8th TSC

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — Former Defense Logistics Agency Distribution commander Army Maj. Gen. Susan Davidson has been announced as the incoming commanding general, 8th Theater Sustainment Command, Fort Shafter, Hawaii.

Feb. 19, 2016

Susquehanna’s Brooks named Employee of the Week

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — Marvin Brooks of DLA Distribution Susquehanna’s storage branch has been named Employee of the Week.

Feb. 19, 2016

DLA Aviation Internal Review Office maintains accountability of internal and external audit processes

RICHMOND, Virginia — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation Command Support Directorate's Internal Review Office manages internal and external controls to ensure all guidelines and procedures are implemented and followed in accordance with DLA Aviation commander’s January 2016 Memorandum for External/Internal Audit Procedures.

Feb. 18, 2016

Air Logistics Complex commander thanks DLA for contributions to Air Force award

“The Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex wouldn't have been successful without your teamwork and your willingness to fight by our sides.” Those are sentiments expressed by United States Air Force Brig. Gen. Walter Lindsley, WR-ALC commander, to all Defense Logistics Agency tenants co-located with the WR-ALC at Robins Air Force Base. The WR-ALC was named Category 4 Depot winner of the Air Force Materiel Command’s 2015 Maintenance Effectiveness Award.

Feb. 18, 2016

San Joaquin’s Fritangela selected as Employee of the Quarter

SAN JOAQUIN, California — Dustin Fritangela, distribution process worker leader at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin, Calif., has been honored as Employee of the Quarter for first quarter, fiscal year 2016.

Feb. 17, 2016

Susquehanna’s Cold Chain Packing Team named Mission Impact Team of the Quarter

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — The DLA Distribution Susquehanna cold chain packaging team has been named Mission Impact Team of the Quarter for the first quarter of fiscal year 2016.

Feb. 17, 2016

Port Hueneme’s Foster named Employee of the Quarter

PORT HUENEME, California — James Foster, a packer lead at DLA Distribution San Diego, Calif., at Port Hueneme, has been named Employee of the Quarter for the first quarter of fiscal year 2016.

Feb. 12, 2016

DLA Aviation leaders discuss how to deliver high-impact, customer-focused outcomes at AOP review

Defense Logistics Agency Director Air Force Lt. Gen. Andy Busch met with DLA Aviation leadership during his fiscal 2016 Annual Operating Plan review held Feb. 5 in Richmond, Virginia. The intent of the half-day work session was to provide a bi-annual assessment of DLA Aviation's progress towards achieving its AOP goals and objectives and a look at the way ahead.

Feb. 12, 2016

DSCR employees and community members “share the love” by giving valentines to veterans

Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia, employees and local community members brighten the halls and the days for visitors and patients alike at Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, during the Department of Veterans Affairs’ national “Salute to Veteran Patients” Feb. 12 – 19

Feb. 12, 2016

Pearl Harbor employees extend the giving season

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii — Despite the end of the holiday season and arrival of a new year, employees at DLA Distribution Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, have stayed in the giving spirit.

Feb. 12, 2016

Beware of criminals impersonating IRS, Treasury employees in email, phone calls

Criminals are using telephone and email scams to pose as IRS employees and solicit money from taxpayers, including government employees. Knowing how these criminals present themselves and how you should respond if you receive a suspicious call will help you protect yourself.